2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 59 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Vectra | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Vectra | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |